1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Azure | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
